ISLAMABAD: Foreign Minister Makhdoom Shah Mahmood Qureshi received a telephone call from Jeppe Kofod, Minister for Foreign Affairs of Denmark on Sunday. The two foreign ministers discussed the latest developments in Afghanistan as well as bilateral relations.
Foreign Minister Kofod reiterated gratitude for Pakistan’s role in facilitating evacuation of their nationals and personnel, noting that their evacuation endeavours were continuing, according to a statement issued from PID Islamabad.
Qureshi said that Pakistan would extend all possible help in this regard. He added that, overall, Pakistan had facilitated the transit of more than 12,000 people from 30 countries and international organizations. He further said that Pakistan was committed to further upgrading bilateral cooperation with Denmark, particularly in trade and economic relations. In this context, Qureshi acknowledged Denmark’s support for Pakistan’s GSP+ status. He added that both countries needed to enhance people-to-people exchanges by taking steps to facilitate genuine travelers.
Qureshi extended an invitation to the Danish Foreign Minister to visit Pakistan, which he accepted. This was the third telephone conversation between the two foreign ministers in recent weeks. Besides, the Danish Prime Minister spoke with Prime Minister Imran Khan and State Secretary Steen Hommel met with Foreign Secretary Sohail Mahmood. Pakistan and Denmark enjoy excellent bilateral relations, including growing collaboration in the areas of renewable energy and green transition, according to the statement.